1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (449 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 299 kg more than 1989 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chrysler Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3246 mm |
